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Urdunama

Bollywood songs turn us all into Grammy award-winning bathroom singers! But wait, do you know the meaning of every word you sing? Especially the ones in Urdu? On Urdunama, our host Fabeha Syed takes one word at a time and breaks it down for you. Be it the protest poetry of Faiz, or Sameer"s 90s nostalgia, we have it all. If you like Urdu and poetry, this podcast is for you!

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16:56

Taking Notes On 'Ghodey Pe Sawaar', Inkaar in 'Qala'

Urdunama ·

2023/01/14

The movie and the soundtrack of Netflix's Qala is one to be counted among the OTT's finest productions. But what does the word 'qala' mean? When pronounced as kala which means art, it becomes an instant association as the movie is about art. Qala, however, has its origins in Arabic which means a fortress or a castle which in Hindustani is called qila. With Amit Trivedi's painfully haunting soundtrack underlying the brilliant wallpaper-like cinematography by Siddharth Divan, the movie is a sure

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10:49

New Year 2023: How to Party Hard & Keep the 'Khumaar'...

Urdunama ·

2022/12/31

New year parties have always been a thing, and they should be so. In this new year special episode we try to figure out the degree of 'khumaar' that can hurt, and how much of that intoxication won't. Tune in as Fabeha Syed explores the 'khumaar' of Urdu poetry and some of its forms that are needed in matters of love and life. Enjoy and have safe fun.

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13:00

Remembering Ishwar Allah Through Mohammad Rafi's...

Urdunama ·

2022/12/24

Born on 24th Dec 1924, legendary singer Mohammad Rafi became the golden voice of Hindi film music whose soulful numbers include romantic songs, qawwalis, shabad kirtans, and bhajans. In this episode, we remember the maestro through his soulful bhajans. In this episode, songwriter Saurabh Gupta performs 'Ishwar Allah' on guitar. Tune in.

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22:15

If Travel Is Therapy, Then Embark On a 'Safar'...

Urdunama ·

2022/12/17

It's that time of the year when everyone ushers in the new beginnings by taking year-end vacations with their families, or to meet them. But a journey holds meanings other than that of travelling and vacations. For the uninitiated, it also means reflections and going deeper into self understanding. Tune in as Fabeha Syed reads poets like Javed Akhtar, Jigar Moradabadi, Nida Fazli, and Ahmad Faraz among others for their works on self discovery, learning, and wisdom.

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15:56

Jaun Elia: Heartbreak, Despair, and Some of His Best...

Urdunama ·

2022/12/10

Syed Hussain Sibt-e-Anwar Naqvi aka Jaun Elia was a poet of many shades. His poetry emanates from his scholarly intellect that resonates with readers who can find politics, philosophy, and a heart pining for unrequited love, all coming from the pen of one person. Tune in as Fabeha Syed reads some of his gems on heartbreak, loneliness, and despair.

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17:43

Some Warm Musings For This 'Sardi' Season

Urdunama ·

2022/12/03

As the winter season sets in, a cup of warm soup, blankets and some soothing music can make most chilly nights feel like warm hugs. To add to this feeling, I am back with another episode on 'Sardi'; with shayari, poetry and as always, some singing. Tune in!

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14:11

A Smile Can Set Everything Straight So, 'Tabassum',...

Urdunama ·

2022/11/26

Veteran actor Tabassum Govil passed away in Mumbai on 18th November at the age of 78. In this episode of Urdunama, we decided to give tribute to the legend by celebrating what she will always be remembered for - Tabassum meaning smile. Tune in as Fabeha Syed reads Sahir Ludhianvi and Josh Malihabadi among others.

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12:46

'Qanoon' ke Haath, and The Law of Nature in Urdu Poetry

Urdunama ·

2022/11/19

On the occasion of National Constitution Day, we thought of exploring the laws of nature that govern our survival. Is anarchism the very human nature, or the essence of the 'insaani-fitrat' lies in the balancing act to survive in a society? Tune in as Fabeha Syed reads nazms from poets like Rais Amrohvi, Hosh Jaunpuri and Farhat Ehsaas.

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12:12

Don't Let the Bitterness of Reality Take Away Life's...

Urdunama ·

2022/11/12

The Urdu language has a very sweet word for 'sweet', Shireen. Tune into this week's Urdunama with Fabeha, and add some sweetness to your life.

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9:29

If Sky is the Limit, What Else Does 'Aasman' Mean in...

Urdunama ·

2022/11/05

Aasman meaning sky stands for hopes and possibilities, in Urdu poetry. Sometimes it is also used in the context of heartaches and tragedies. Tune in to know the many meanings and other contexts of the sky which is limitless.

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13:35

Jashn-e-Aaseb: Bhoot-Pret and Evil Spirits

Urdunama ·

2022/10/29

Halloween is around the corner. So we thought, let's get spooky on this week's Urdunama. Fabeha talks about how evil spirits and the paranormal found its way in Urdu poetry. Listen till the end, warna bhoot aa jaaega!

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18:09

India vs Pakistan Match: In the True Spirit of 'Ittihad'

Urdunama ·

2022/10/22

India will be playing against Pakistan in the much-anticipated match of T20 World Cup 2022 which will be held at Melbourne Cricket Ground on 23 October. Since all the India-Pak matches are nothing short of a carnival, this match is also all set to celebrate these neighbors' coming together. To celebrate this spirit of this In this episode of Urdunama we look at some of the ways alliances and friendships are built. Tune in as Fabeha Syed reads 'Dosti ka Haath' by Pakistani poet Ahmad Faraz, and its

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16:21

'Ranjish hi Sahi' If That's What It Takes To Value...

Urdunama ·

2022/10/15

Ranjish meaning displeasure, or grief, is a powerful emotion. If used wisely, it can open wounds to healing, and strengthen us to the core enabling us to carry our love and grief. Tune in as we explore through the works of Ahmad Faraz, Sheikh Ibrahim Zauq, Akhtar Shirani, and others.

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16:31

Getting ‘Ru Ba Ru’ With the Universe to Find the ‘Self’

Urdunama ·

2022/10/08

They say Law of Attraction works when you work toward your dreams. But what it is that makes you realise and get you started in the first place? Courage, to come face to face or ‘ru-ba-ru’ with the elephant in the room. After all, its the things that we feel are impossible, hold the most possibilities for us. Tune in, as we get closer and ‘ru ba ru’ the idea of facing the ‘self’ and finding the universe within.

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10:48

Exploring ‘Buzurg’ and the Elderly Wisdom in Urdu Poetry

Urdunama ·

2022/10/01

1 October is observed as the International Day For the Older People. So, we decided to explore buzurgi, meaning wisdom of an old person. Tune in as we, through the works of poets like Firaq Gorakhpuri, Ismail Merathi, among others, look at what it means to be a 'buzurg'. Tune in!

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11:31

Dev Anand And His 'Andaz-e-Bayaan' in Urdu

Urdunama ·

2022/09/24

Experts and film historians nod in agreement every time they remember Dev Anand and his love for Urdu. One of the stars of the DilipKumar-Raj Kapoor-Dev Anand triumvirate, Dev was known to enjoy his dialogues and songs written in Urdu. In this special episode of Urdunama we celebrate the legend's love for the language and what could possibly be attributed to his initial training in the language. Tune in!

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13:31

Queen Elizabeth’s Death and the Crown’s ‘Badshaahat’...

Urdunama ·

2022/09/17

The longest reigning British Monarch, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on 8th September at the age of 96. Her funeral ceremony is set to be held on Monday, 19th September in Westminster Abbey. Hundreds of foreign royals and heads of state are expected to attend the funeral, and the event is said to be the biggest diplomatic gathering in decades. The British people are mourning the death of their queen as they wait for 12 hours in an 8 km long queue to pay their respects and see the queen's coffin in

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19:48

Aaj ki Shaam, 'Zindagi' ke Naam: Celebrating the...

Urdunama ·

2022/09/10

Every single death by suicide is a public health concern. So, to create awareness,10th September is observed as World Suicide Prevention Day. In this episode, we explore the theme of 'zindagi' meaning life through Urdu poetry. Tune in.

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13:06

Pleasure, Pain and All the ‘Lutf’ We Need To Find...

Urdunama ·

2022/09/03

There is no pleasure without pain, anxiety, uncertainties, insecurities, sadness, grief, and a whole bunch of other emotions. It's only when we are stricken with one or more of these unpleasant feelings that we long for emotions that are happy and can bring joy to our hearts. Once we are able to achieve these most cherished feelings is when we can experience pleasure. In Urdu, the word 'lutf' denotes pleasure, joy, enjoyment, and excitement. Tune in as we read some of the poetry that show us ways

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13:01

Nayyara Noor's Gentle Melodies And the Gems She'll be...

Urdunama ·

2022/08/26

Legendary Pakistani singer Nayyara Noor passed away on 20 August in Karachi. She'll be remembered for her genteel nature and her simplicity that made her stand apart from her peers. As her fans across the globe mourn this huge loss, we take a look at her journey from Guwahati to Karachi, and how she became the voice for some of Faiz's iconic nazms. Tune in!

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